Visiting Assistant Professor of German, Haverford College

Visiting Assistant Professor of German, Haverford College, German and German Studies (5.5.2021)

The Department of German at Haverford College invites applications for a one-year full-time visiting assistant professor appointment for the 2021-2022 academic year. Responsibilities will include teaching a total of five German courses, including introductory and intermediate language courses, as well as an advanced topic’s course.

Specialization in language instruction, 20th Century German Literature and Film, Comparative Literature, gender/sexuality, and/or theater/drama desirable. Interdisciplinary approaches are welcome. Successful candidates must demonstrate commitment to, and excellence in, both scholarship and undergraduate teaching. Candidates must also have completed the requirements for the Ph.D. by May 2021.

Please submit a cover letter describing research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, statement on teaching philosophy, graduate transcripts, and three confidential letters of recommendation via Interfolio:  http://apply.interfolio.com/86788

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.  Haverford has a longstanding commitment to diversity rooted in values of inclusion and social justice, a commitment reflected in the curriculum, classrooms, and communal composition of the College.  Haverford welcomes applications from candidates who share these values and who will foster their contribution to the College’s mission.

Questions about the position may be addressed to Imke Brust, Chair, Department of German, Haverford College (ibrust@haverford.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately; those received by May 5 will receive fullest consideration. 

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